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Week 1 (Day 0-7): "Get operational"

Learn transportation (transit card / routes / rideshare safety)

You're in a new city and need to get around. Download Transit or Citymapper for real-time bus and train info. Get a digital transit card (OMNY in NYC, Clipper in SF). For rideshares, always verify the license plate and ask 'Who are you here for?' instead of confirming your name.

Getting around a new U.S. city can be confusing, but you can master it in a day if you use the right tools.

Google Maps is great for general directions, but for real-time bus and train arrivals, download Transit or Citymapper. They’ll tell you exactly which subway car to get into so you’re closer to the exit.
Most cities have digital cards now. For example, if you're in NYC, use OMNY (you can just tap your phone); in SF, it's Clipper.
In rideshares (Uber/Lyft), verify the License Plate and ask "Who are you here for?" rather than "Are you [Name]?"
Free Resource: Public Transportation in the U.S.
US Public Transport: The Real Story

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